There’s a lot to be said for solo travel in that you don’t have to consider anybody else’s desires but your own. You can eat when you want, where you want, you can go to bed when you’re tired, you can get off the ship or not. 😎
THIS! So much this. I love solo travel, and I love travel with friends and loved ones. But being able to do whatever the heck whenever the heck is soooo nice.
I love how you said on this trip it's all about the ship! Sometimes it's all about the ports, and sometimes it's not. You get to cruise any way you want.❤️🤗❤️
OH I LOVE going solo!!!! I can do what ever I want and not have to worry, wait, or compromise on what I want to do! Oh....and look at you...all tone and buff.....you go boy!
Last June we were in the Mediterranean on a 10 day cruise. We met at least 5 different women traveling solo. They love solo travel and the age range was late 20's to mid 60's! More power to the SINGLES.
Booked a Solo NCL Encore, transatlantic, ending mid December in Miami. There's a big focus on Solo travelers with lots of cruise lines, especially NCL. So booked for a tiny extra a Solo Balcony with access to the Solo Studio lounge. Really looking forward, my first NCL, first transatlantic, first balcony cabin, first time eating in specialty restaurants, first time 3 boomed excursions! Sooo looking forward to quality me time, and quality Solo travelers time together, loads of activities! Thanks for sharing your Solo travels with me/us!
Hey Francesco! Forgot to watch this one! What deck level was your cabin? On our cruise this October from BCN to ATH we had the disability cabin, so very big room and bathroom as you seen it already! Take care! Hug! 😘
Omg Im so happy for you solo life, solo cruising...that's what I do all the time is mainly solo travel, do what you want, spoil yourself and just living your best life! I'm so glad you spoiled yourself, I do that all the time as well lol...one day I will go on this cruise, ever since you started going on Virgin cruises, I keep saying one day I will eventually go!
Im always happy with people that travel solo. A new found independent for people with new discovery of solo travel. I do that a lot so i dont have to deal with others and decisions. Others made seem a sad thing to do but it’s not. People will come to you to talk. Love it and love you. Yeah Francesco!
I’m loving this for you! Solo traveling is a double edge sword because you realize you don’t need anyone to do what you want to do. My favorite solo trips are hiking ones. Hope you get the chance to try it.
I would recommend you try Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). They are the leaders in Solo cruise travel. NCL has solo studio rooms designed for solo travelers, and those staying in the studio rooms have access to a dedicated solo traveler lounge area. Each evening they have a solo get together in the lounge and a dedicated solo lounge cruise director who assist the solo guests who want to dine together and/or see the shows.
I need to go on a solo cruise this year! I have been hesitating doing it, but I feel like I would meet people just like you said and you can do WHATEVER you want to do! What's the best way to meet other single people on a cruise? At bars? Or signing up for activities and what not?
I think my first Virgin cruise will be solo. Did you book direct or use a travel agent? I travel solo often. I'm an only child so I'm used to it. It's freedom!
how do you manage to go on so well after your moms death - my mom died mar 2023 and im barely functioning....im in awe that you are able to live fully and grieve fully....i just find no joy in life without my mom.....have a nice time
I say this gently because my Mom died nearly 9 years ago, and it still guts me... they wouldn't want us to spend the rest of our lives crippled by the loss of them. You just keep putting one foot in front of the other, and one day your memories of her bring more smiles than tears. 💗
Hey Francesco, this is Keith from AA/CLT we met before in passing one day remember...Anyway I'm taking my 1st solo Virgin Cruise on 11/17. I'm so excited.
Francesco I am so happy for you a solo cruise is good and I am glad you enjoyed it and made some new friends. Remember its's all about you and having a good time.
I also have cruised solo for the first time last year. I was super nervous, especially the first day, as I am basically an introverted extrovert. Once I got over the anxiety of feeling like a loser on the first day😂, I had the best time! I am about to go on my 2nd solo cruise in a few weeks on NCL. It would be cool to find a group of other solo cruisers to travel with going forward. It’s nice to have the option to do what you want, when you want but I do love having others to go to dinner with and to the dance parties. NCL is amazing for solo travelers and it looks like Virgin is as well. So happy you took this well deserved trip for yourself
I travel solo all the time and love it. My favorite solo trip is Vegas. I highly recommend that one, especially if you follow Vegas Star Fish for the lowdown on all the cool and hidden places there!
I need to learn from you I have done it like 5-7 times and always feel like alone, but not anymore .. reading that it is ok gave me more confidence. Thank you
Thank you so much for this video. I admire you for going on your own. Hope you had a great time. My husband and I are doing are first cruise on Scarlette lady next September. Any tips would be most welcome.
Hey Francesco!! That's ok!! It's what you're supposed to do. Definitely enjoy yourself brother. Very very nice. Please keep coming out with more vlogs!!
Great vlog Francesco! Would you ever consider taking Atlantis Cruise with Virgin? They have multiple voyages in the next 12 months and I’m thinking about going solo on one of them
I have solo traveled a lot, but I’ve never been on a cruise and it’s difficult to find someone to go on a cruise with. But this makes me consider doing a solo cruise for my first time!
Would you say that a lot of people with obese bodies go on cruises and don't feel bad about it in front of all the many people who look really good? Curious. I'm a big man.
In April/May of this year I went on my first Virgin cruise on Scarlet Lady, mainly because of you and I absolutely loved it. The cruise was a 16nt Transatlantic from Miami to Barcelona and I went solo. ❤️💯
I go solo more than half my trips. I have never failed in meeting guys and falling in love with some stud. It happens to the point I have a tear when the trip is over to never hear from my love again. C’est la vie 😎💘 Do you shave your body?
Doing things solo is great. You don't have to be wondering if you are inconveniencing or keeping back someone, or preventing them from doing what they want to do. Enjoy yourself to the max. Do what you like when you like.❤❤❤
Costa Maya and Puerto Plata are definitely “ship days” for me. As you said, been there, done that. I just got off the other Halloween sailing to Key West and Bimini. So much fun, love solo sailing on Virgin.
@@LIFEbyFrancesco I did the Dominican Daze itinerary last year for Halloween. That was my first cruise ever, and I got hooked! This past one was my 8th cruise so far, the 9th is scheduled for NYE.
There’s a lot to be said for solo travel in that you don’t have to consider anybody else’s desires but your own. You can eat when you want, where you want, you can go to bed when you’re tired, you can get off the ship or not. 😎
THIS! So much this. I love solo travel, and I love travel with friends and loved ones. But being able to do whatever the heck whenever the heck is soooo nice.
And no feeling guilty or selfish. Want to nap every afternoon? Want cookies for breakfast? Nobody knows or cares! 😎
For sure😀😀!!
Anytime one choose to do things solo is ME time.
Solo cruising is the best!! It’s all about relaxing
Can you book a cruise without getting charged the double occupancy fee? Don't they charge for two people or something like that?
I love solo travel, no worries, not on anyone else's schedule or agenda. I do what I want when I want ❤
Alright, I see you thirst trapping to bring home a new zaddy for Mia! 😜 🐶👨❤️👨
I'm a huge fan of solo travel in general and highly recommend it! Nice to see you enjoying your solo cruise and getting that room upgrade!
I love how you said on this trip it's all about the ship! Sometimes it's all about the ports, and sometimes it's not. You get to cruise any way you want.❤️🤗❤️
Exactly :) In Europe, it's definitely all about the ports!
OH I LOVE going solo!!!! I can do what ever I want and not have to worry, wait, or compromise on what I want to do! Oh....and look at you...all tone and buff.....you go boy!
The best part about being alone, is you don't have to wait for anyone. You can stay out as late as you want. And leave when you want.
What a nice person you are. Thank you for sharing your life with us
Hope someday I can solo travel like you. And hope I would not feel lonely and just spend time sleeping.
Last June we were in the Mediterranean on a 10 day cruise. We met at least 5 different women traveling solo. They love solo travel and the age range was late 20's to mid 60's! More power to the SINGLES.
I can’t wait to do this. 😊
Solo cruising is the best!
Cabin crew are more likely to be comfortable with their own company. We spend so much time by yourself. Good for you. Love cruises. Enjoy!
Just a really long layover, but in multiple places! 😎
I just realized you were "solo" I re-subscribed just now and have to say this is my favorite version of Francesco! You got this
As an only child growing up alone...I love my alone, quiet time. Enjoy the silence!!
I often travel solo and I absolutely love it. 💜
I love solo trips! Been doing it for decades! Solo feels natural for airline crew anyway. We’re used to always new places, new friends.
Cool I’m still nervous about travelling on my own
Gorgeous room! You almost make me want to try cruising again! Love the private room balcony!
Booked a Solo NCL Encore, transatlantic, ending mid December in Miami.
There's a big focus on Solo travelers with lots of cruise lines, especially NCL.
So booked for a tiny extra a Solo Balcony with access to the Solo Studio lounge.
Really looking forward, my first NCL, first transatlantic, first balcony cabin, first time eating in specialty restaurants, first time 3 boomed excursions!
Sooo looking forward to quality me time, and quality Solo travelers time together, loads of activities!
Thanks for sharing your Solo travels with me/us!
enjoy your cruises x
Do you still have to pay the double occupancy for a room ? I know most cruises charge that way for a single room which deters me from going ny myself
I'm not sure, but check out the website and see what the price difference would be. :)
I love solo cruising, I get to do whatever I want when I want. You’re a friendly approachable guy who can probably make friends anywhere!
aw thank you :)
I did it once and it was great ... I think I should try it more often, glad we are not alone
Thanks for this vlog. Sail on. Have an amazing week! Cheers. 🚢
I need to go on solo too. Sound fun. Enjoy!
Hey Francesco! Forgot to watch this one! What deck level was your cabin? On our cruise this October from BCN to ATH we had the disability cabin, so very big room and bathroom as you seen it already! Take care! Hug! 😘
Those shows were HORRIBLE 😂
Looks like a good time. I could never go solo, but looks like you don't mind doing that.
Omg Im so happy for you solo life, solo cruising...that's what I do all the time is mainly solo travel, do what you want, spoil yourself and just living your best life! I'm so glad you spoiled yourself, I do that all the time as well lol...one day I will go on this cruise, ever since you started going on Virgin cruises, I keep saying one day I will eventually go!
Im always happy with people that travel solo. A new found independent for people with new discovery of solo travel. I do that a lot so i dont have to deal with others and decisions. Others made seem a sad thing to do but it’s not. People will come to you to talk. Love it and love you. Yeah Francesco!
Yeah, it was so nice! Not sad at all :)
I’m loving this for you! Solo traveling is a double edge sword because you realize you don’t need anyone to do what you want to do. My favorite solo trips are hiking ones. Hope you get the chance to try it.
What part of the ship would you recommend staying in?
Solo trips are the best!
Would you recommend going on a solo cruise for someone who has never cruise once before?
Sure! Nothing wrong with that :)
I would recommend you try Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL). They are the leaders in Solo cruise travel. NCL has solo studio rooms designed for solo travelers, and those staying in the studio rooms have access to a dedicated solo traveler lounge area. Each evening they have a solo get together in the lounge and a dedicated solo lounge cruise director who assist the solo guests who want to dine together and/or see the shows.
I need to go on a solo cruise this year! I have been hesitating doing it, but I feel like I would meet people just like you said and you can do WHATEVER you want to do! What's the best way to meet other single people on a cruise? At bars? Or signing up for activities and what not?
I’ve traveled the world alone but I have never taken a solo cruise. I have to try it
I think my first Virgin cruise will be solo. Did you book direct or use a travel agent? I travel solo often. I'm an only child so I'm used to it. It's freedom!
It was good to see you being calm and quiet, your true self.....loved the vlog Francesco!❤
What was your cabin #? I like the spacious cabin ❤❤❤
It was an XL Sea terrace :)
I hope you had fun on your cruise and enjoy your week
Crew here and have been too chicken to go solo. Can you share how much and how you go about it?
How much was your bid to upgrade?
I love this! Any trip is what you make it, solo or otherwise. Looks like you had an amazing voyage!
Have fun!!!! 🎉
how do you manage to go on so well after your moms death - my mom died mar 2023 and im barely functioning....im in awe that you are able to live fully and grieve fully....i just find no joy in life without my mom.....have a nice time
I say this gently because my Mom died nearly 9 years ago, and it still guts me... they wouldn't want us to spend the rest of our lives crippled by the loss of them. You just keep putting one foot in front of the other, and one day your memories of her bring more smiles than tears. 💗
@ I suffer from severe depression anxiety
Hey Francesco, this is Keith from AA/CLT we met before in passing one day remember...Anyway I'm taking my 1st solo Virgin Cruise on 11/17. I'm so excited.
Francesco I am so happy for you a solo cruise is good and I am glad you enjoyed it and made some new friends. Remember its's all about you and having a good time.
Have you been on an Atlantis cruise?
I also have cruised solo for the first time last year. I was super nervous, especially the first day, as I am basically an introverted extrovert. Once I got over the anxiety of feeling like a loser on the first day😂, I had the best time! I am about to go on my 2nd solo cruise in a few weeks on NCL. It would be cool to find a group of other solo cruisers to travel with going forward. It’s nice to have the option to do what you want, when you want but I do love having others to go to dinner with and to the dance parties. NCL is amazing for solo travelers and it looks like Virgin is as well. So happy you took this well deserved trip for yourself
So glad you enjoy solo cruising! Virgin is definitely a great cruise line to be a solo cruiser :)
I do that. I go to concerts alone. I love it!! I still socialize with the people around me. But I'm happy doing things alone.
I travel solo all the time and love it. My favorite solo trip is Vegas. I highly recommend that one, especially if you follow Vegas Star Fish for the lowdown on all the cool and hidden places there!
I need to learn from you I have done it like 5-7 times and always feel like alone, but not anymore .. reading that it is ok gave me more confidence. Thank you
@@MrLuis85698 Most welcome! Going to Vegas alone is a GREAT time!!
@@qtancourt371 I am going to need your wise tips to do a Vegas trip right
I have been to vegas 4 times
@@MrLuis85698 Happy to advise!!
Thank you so much for this video. I admire you for going on your own. Hope you had a great time. My husband and I are doing are first cruise on Scarlette lady next September. Any tips would be most welcome.
Thanks so much! Make sure to check out the website vvinsider.com and it will tell you all the info on events on the ship :)
Hey Francesco!! That's ok!! It's what you're supposed to do. Definitely enjoy yourself brother. Very very nice. Please keep coming out with more vlogs!!
Was this a cruise for singles only?
Come on body 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💪🏾
How much extra was the upgrade?
Solo traveling is the best. Hang with people when you want to.
Great vlog Francesco! Would you ever consider taking Atlantis Cruise with Virgin? They have multiple voyages in the next 12 months and I’m thinking about going solo on one of them
Hmm not sure if i would want to do an Atlantis cruise. I would have to see lol
Is that a "did someone jump (or get pushed) off the ship?" censor on your balcony?
I’m a trans women and your amazing the way you are ❤
Solo trips are fun you can do whatever you want when you want on your own time and schedule
I have solo traveled a lot, but I’ve never been on a cruise and it’s difficult to find someone to go on a cruise with. But this makes me consider doing a solo cruise for my first time!
Yes! I highly recommend just going alone. Of course, its nice to go with someone else, but solo is great too :) You'll meet a lot of people!
You've encouraged me to book my solo cruise on Virgin.
I travel by myself all the time, I love my own company
What is that thing on your balcony ledge for???
No idea lol
Good for you. You can have fun going by yourself. I haven't done a cruise by myself, but I may try it.
I did my first solo trip in September through Europe and it was the best!
3:59. You call that a meal??
Yeah, I fly whereever I want to go. I just stay on the ship. I don't have time for shore things. I'm busy working on my laptop.
its a bit strange at first but after the first day its fine , glad you had a nice time xx
ok ill go with you
It’s the SOLO travel for me😀😀!! I love it. Love Virgin Voyages!! I think you should host a Solo cruise on Virgin, hmmmm!!
This video is so relatable as I have also been doing the same..and it's liberating..sending love Francesco ❤️
Would you say that a lot of people with obese bodies go on cruises and don't feel bad about it in front of all the many people who look really good? Curious. I'm a big man.
In April/May of this year I went on my first Virgin cruise on Scarlet Lady, mainly because of you and I absolutely loved it. The cruise was a 16nt Transatlantic from Miami to Barcelona and I went solo. ❤️💯
aw i'm so happy you went on a VV cruise because of me! I hope you loved it just as much as i do :)
I go solo more than half my trips. I have never failed in meeting guys and falling in love with some stud. It happens to the point I have a tear when the trip is over to never hear from my love again. C’est la vie 😎💘 Do you shave your body?
Love your vlog Francesco hope you enjoyed your cruise ❤
Good trip for hookups 😊
😂
NCL has a great Solo program
How many guys did you hook up with while on the ship?
Such a stud, Francesco! Glad you had a nice time :)
Thanks for video Francesco…….you must be due a London vlog on the run up to Christmas…….hope so😊
You'll meet a ton of people on board. I think you'll have a blast!!!
Must be easier to hook up?
Dammm he bulked up ❤
Doing things solo is great. You don't have to be wondering if you are inconveniencing or keeping back someone, or preventing them from doing what they want to do. Enjoy yourself to the max. Do what you like when you like.❤❤❤
Exactly! It was great :)
9:01 ya know i gotta give it up to performers. I just could NEVER. I would be laughing too much
I cruise and travel solo quite often. It's not for everyone but I don't mind it at all.
I am another who prefers solo travel, especially for WDW.
Actually, I was hoping that you could talk about the gym and the boxing.
Me literally GASPING at the upgrade! lol Get it King!!!!
I love your channel!!! And your friends!!! And you of course!!!
Thank you so much!!
This vibe is so my vibe. Much better than a DisneyCruise ship! 😂 I totally would do a solo cruise!
You should! Especially on Virgin!
We are very proud of you! Chuck/Steve Fritz
Thanks so much guys :)
Cabaret entertainment seems very cheesy.
Francesco I did the sam wth to the canary Island did not know what was going to happend, at the end I had a blast and met so much nice people
Costa Maya and Puerto Plata are definitely “ship days” for me. As you said, been there, done that. I just got off the other Halloween sailing to Key West and Bimini. So much fun, love solo sailing on Virgin.
Aw we just missed each other! I was on the sailing right before that one :)
@@LIFEbyFrancesco I did the Dominican Daze itinerary last year for Halloween. That was my first cruise ever, and I got hooked! This past one was my 8th cruise so far, the 9th is scheduled for NYE.
In FLL for recurrent right now. Would love to meet you sometime 😀
Solo cruising can be lots of fun and great way to meet new people Francesco.. Hopefully you will do more often…
You look amazing by the way😊
Thanks so much :)